If you have been in Budapest for Erasmus for more than a few days, you have probably already noticed the Puskás Aréna. It is one of the most impressive buildings in the city and, even if you are not a big football fan, it is definitely worth seeing.
The stadium is located quite close to the city centre and can host more than 67,000 people. It opened in 2019 and is named after Ferenc Puskás, one of the most famous Hungarian football players in history.
The stadium tour
One of the coolest things about the Puskás Aréna is that you can actually visit it even when there is no match.
There are guided tours where you can explore the stadium and see places that are normally closed to visitors. You can walk around the stands, discover the areas behind the scenes and get an idea of what happens inside the stadium during a big match.
I think this is especially interesting because, when you watch football on TV, you only see a small part of what happens in a stadium.
Why I like it
As an Erasmus student, I really like discovering places that are not the usual tourist attractions. Before coming to Budapest, I didn’t know much about Hungarian football, so visiting the Puskás Aréna was also a nice way to discover another part of Hungarian culture.
And if you are lucky enough to be in Budapest when there is a match, you can also experience the atmosphere with thousands of fans. Going with your Erasmus friends makes it even more fun.
Our Erasmus tip
If you want to visit the Puskás Aréna, check the tour dates before going, because they are organised at specific times.
And if there is a football match during your Erasmus, definitely consider getting a ticket. Even if you are not a football expert, being in a stadium with thousands of people is an experience you will probably remember.
For me, the Puskás Aréna is one of those places that shows another side of Budapest. It is not just about the Danube, the Parliament or the famous ruin bars. Sometimes, discovering the city also means discovering the things that are important to the people who live there.
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